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DeKalb woman charged in 2023 Austin shooting
DeKalb woman charged with first-degree attempted murder in 2023 Austin shooting.
In brief
DeKalb woman charged with first-degree attempted murder in 2023 Austin shooting. Amya Vanwinkle, 23, faces first-degree attempted murder charges after shooting an unidentified 43-year-old in Austin on May 16, 2023. Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times.
DeKalb woman charged
Amya Vanwinkle, 23, is facing a count of first-degree attempted murder, police said.
Arrested in DeKalb
She was arrested in DeKalb Wednesday.
2023 Austin shooting
A DeKalb woman is facing attempted murder charges for a May 2023 shooting in Austin, according to Chicago police.
Shooting details
Vanwinkle is accused of shooting an unidentified 43-year-old in the back in the 4900 block of West Ohio Street on May 16, 2023, at 1 a.m.
Victim condition
The victim was taken to Stroger Hospital in serious condition.
Court date
Vanwinkle is due in court Friday.
What it means
Amya Vanwinkle, 23, faces first-degree attempted murder charges after shooting an unidentified 43-year-old in Austin on May 16, 2023.
